It is with heavy hearts we announce the passing of our dad.

Francis Kroesen, 60, born November 1, 1965, passed away unexpectedly on Sunday, January 11, 2026. 

He was preceded in death by his father Paul Kroesen, mother Perfecta Martinez, brothers Sammy and Clarence Vialpando, Joseph Martinez and numerous other relatives and friends.

Francis was a jack of all trades; he enjoyed landscaping, electrical work, building, gardening, and working on his cars and trucks. He loved spending time with his family having weekend bbqs, telling stories about his childhood, listening to music, horseback riding, and swimming.

Francis is survived by his son Francis Kroesen; daughters Jesse, Shanah, and Sheyenne Kroesen. granddaughters Sophia, Genesis, Savannah and grandson Jase, brothers Dennis Viallpando, Paul (Delia) Vialpando; sisters Bernadette Vialpando and PeggyLee (Judy) Martinez. Aunt Lula Valdez, and many nieces, nephews, cousins, and friends.

Services are pending at this time.

The family of Francis Kroesen has entrusted the care of their loved one to DeVargas Funeral Home & Crematory of the beautiful Espanola Valley 505-747-7477